Saranac Community Schools were on lockdown Tuesday due to a potential external threat.

A letter was sent home with students notifying parents of the event and assuring that all students and staff within the Saranac school system were safe.

Local authorities were immediately notified of the situation and remained on campus as a precautionary measure. After a complete and thorough investigation by local authorities and administration, it was determined that the school was safe and the district-wide lockdown was lifted at 1:17 p.m.

Questions should be directed toward Superintendent Maury Geiger, who can be contacted at the central office at 616-642-1400.